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HomeNew JerseyBelle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

439 Bellevue Avenue, Trenton, NJ 086186093962646WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.1on Google(8 reviews)
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
106
certified
Special Focus Facility: SFF Candidate
2 fine(s) totaling $27,571

How Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Compares in New Jersey

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in New Jersey. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
1/5
NJ average
3.3/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
1/5
NJ average
2.8/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
2/5
NJ average
3.0/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.18 hrs/day
NJ average
3.85 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.29 hrs/day
NJ average
0.68 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
57.0%
NJ average
39.7%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 1/5 overall CMS rating is below the New Jersey average of 3.3/5.
Its 1/5 health inspection rating is below the New Jersey average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.18 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.85.
Reported RN time is 0.29 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.68.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
40
deficiency citations
Inspected Jun 26, 2024
Most recent cycle
13
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 5, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 27 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$12,419/mo
New Jersey median
Private Room
$13,718/mo
New Jersey median
Mercer County 65+
60,075
15.7% of county
County Population
383,732
Mercer County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Trenton, New Jersey with 106 certified beds. It has been operating since 1971. Its overall CMS rating is 1 out of 5.

Beds
106
Avg Residents/Day
99.1
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Mar 11, 1971
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
None
County
Mercer
Last Inspection
Jan 5, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
13
Weighted Score
327.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (75)

F0727Potential for Harm

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

Survey: Jan 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Jan 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0835Potential for Harm

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Survey: Jan 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0851Potential for Harm

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

Survey: Jan 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0584Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Survey: Jan 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0924Potential for Harm

Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.

Survey: Jan 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: Jan 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Jan 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Jan 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Jan 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Jan 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0814Potential for Harm

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Survey: Jan 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jan 5, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Apr 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Apr 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Immediate Jeopardy

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0557Immediate Jeopardy

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0561Immediate Jeopardy

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0603Immediate Jeopardy

Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0604Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0835Immediate Jeopardy

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0756Potential for Harm

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0838Potential for Harm

Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0865Potential for Harm

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0881Potential for Harm

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0582Potential for Harm

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: Jun 26, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2

+ 45 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$27,571
Number of Fines
2
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineJun 26, 2024
$10,814
FineJun 26, 2024
$16,757

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.87 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.03 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.29 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.18 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.78 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.09 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
57.0%
RN Turnover
54.5%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (7)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
BERKOWITZ, CHESKEL5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual23%Dec 29, 2021
LEIFER, JOEL5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual23%Dec 29, 2021
ORGEL, JOSEPH5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual10%Dec 29, 2021
ORNSTEIN, MARTON5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual10%Dec 29, 2021
ZUPNICK, JOEL5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual23%Dec 29, 2021
PERLOW, JOSEPHW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ADec 29, 2021
STERN, SAMUELCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ADec 29, 2021

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and nearby alternatives.

All New Jersey facilities
Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Trenton, NJCurrent facility
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $27,571
Trenton Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Trenton, NJ1.7 mi
CMS
N/A
Health
N/A
Staffing
N/A
Recorded fines: $325,922
Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center
Trenton, NJ2.0 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC
Trenton, NJ2.5 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged
Trenton, NJ2.5 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: $323,570
Preferred Care at Mercer
Ewing, NJ2.6 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Hamilton Grove Healthcare and Rehabilitation, LLC
Hamilton, NJ3.7 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $54,275
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Trenton, NJ · Current facility
—1/51/52/5$27,571
Trenton Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Trenton, NJ
1.7 miN/AN/AN/A$325,922
Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center
Trenton, NJ
2.0 mi4/53/53/5None recorded
Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC
Trenton, NJ
2.5 mi2/52/54/5None recorded
Greenwood House Home for the Jewish Aged
Trenton, NJ
2.5 mi2/51/55/5$323,570
Preferred Care at Mercer
Ewing, NJ
2.6 mi4/53/52/5None recorded
Hamilton Grove Healthcare and Rehabilitation, LLC
Hamilton, NJ
3.7 mi2/52/52/5$54,275

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?▾
Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in New Jersey is $12,419/month for a semi-private room and $13,718/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center had 13 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jan 5, 2026). The current CMS dataset records 2 fine(s) totaling $27,571.
What are the staffing levels at Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?▾
Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center provides 3.18 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.29 RN hours, 1.03 LPN hours, and 1.87 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 57.0%.
How many beds does Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center have?▾
Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has 106 certified beds with an average of 99.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 93% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in New Jersey, including 4 in Trenton. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?▾
On Google Maps, Belle Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has a rating of 3.1 out of 5 based on 8 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 1/5.